63: Chapter 63 Unity Realm

Chapter 63: Unity Realm (Seeking Subscriptions)

The blade body trembled slightly, emitting a low hum, as if responding to the master's throbbing after the Breakthrough.

His chest rose and fell slightly, his breathing steady and long. There was none of the imagined heavy panting, only the exhilarating release of power, and a calmness of things falling into place naturally.

He had broken through.

It wasn't wild ecstasy, nor was it uncontrollable excitement.

It was a deep, rightful sense of relief, like finally reaching a solitary peak that had loomed in his sight for many days.

The joy was profound and restrained, like a warm current hidden deep beneath the ocean's surface.

He had finally grasped the steering wheel of power, achieving the Unity of Body, Mind, and Technique, stepping onto the true threshold of martial arts mastery: the Unity Realm.

He stood quietly, feeling the surging yet perfectly harmonious strength within his body.

Looking inward with his Divine Sense, his Qi and blood flowed and pulsed in the new Realm. Every wisp of power seemed to cheer and leap, becoming more docile, more condensed.

"Kindling University..." His gaze pierced through the massive observation window toward the deep night sky.

The mock exam in half a month would be the first stage to display this brand-new power.

He took out his communicator and dialed Fang Chengwu's number.

His voice was calm and steady: "Teacher Fang, I have broken through. Blade Technique - Unity Realm."

There was silence on the other end of the communicator for a few seconds, then Fang Chengwu's gentle and steady voice came through, carrying distinct relief: "Good! Wait for me where you are."

A few minutes later.

The door to the independent martial arts room slid open silently.

Fang Chengwu walked in. He was still wearing that simple gray suit, but his eyes were sharp as an eagle's, instantly locking onto Li Wen in the center of the room.

Li Wen could clearly sense that under Teacher Fang's 'scrutiny,' the Qi and blood throughout his body felt as if they had been swept over by an invisible force. That new aura of 'Perfect Unity' could not hide from a master like Fang Chengwu.

Fang Chengwu walked to the center of the floor, a genuine smile appearing on his face, tinged with a hint of emotion:

"In half a month, entry-level Top-tier Saber Technique directly to the Unity Realm. Li Wen, the record you set will shake all of Qingshi County."

He did not mention anything about medical fees. He simply patted Li Wen's shoulder, the force steady, carrying silent affirmation and trust.

"Now that you are in the Unity Realm, this Realm is vastly different from the foundational Blade Technique, Advanced Blade Technique, and Top-tier Blade Technique you previously followed. It does not have clear stage divisions."

Li Wen listened intently, his expression focused.

Fang Chengwu paced with his hands behind his back, his voice clear and steady, unveiling the veil of the new martial arts Realm for Li Wen:

"Once one steps into the Unity Realm, it signifies that the Cultivator has merged all their skills into one furnace, reaching a state of perfect coordination between Body, Mind, and Technique. In this Realm, past techniques cultivated become the cornerstone nourishing your Foundation, but the power displayed already surpasses the shackles of mere techniques."

He paused, looking at Li Wen, his eyes full of expectation:

"This is only the beginning. Above the Unity Realm lies the Momentum Realm, which is the true chasm leading to becoming a true powerhouse."

Li Wen's eyes narrowed. He had heard this term from Fang Chengwu's mouth and had personally experienced Ling Feng's terrifying 'Shi' (Force/Momentum).

"What is Shi?" Fang Chengwu asked and answered himself, "Shi is the intent leading the Qi and blood, the Qi and blood resonating with the world's energy, ultimately forming an invisible, powerful energy field around oneself! It represents your mastery and guidance of energy on a higher level!"

"Upon reaching the Momentum Realm, a Martial Artist truly possesses terrifying abilities such as 'manipulating objects from a distance,' 'Qi leaving the body,' 'floating in the air,' and even 'stirring up rivers and seas.' This is the fundamental mark that distinguishes ordinary Martial Artists from true Geniuses and powerhouses."

Fang Chengwu's tone deepened: "And to comprehend 'Shi,' the first and only prerequisite must be achieving one hundred percent control over the Physical Body."

One hundred percent! This concept sounded in Li Wen's mind for the first time.

Previously, Fang Chengwu had mentioned the importance of Physical Body control for comprehending secret techniques early, but he hadn't expected it to be such an absolute requirement for the Momentum Realm.

"Without the ability to control every fiber of muscle, every inch of bone, and every circulation of Qi and blood at will, as if they were one's own limbs, it is absolutely impossible to induce external energy to resonate and form 'Shi.'"

Fang Chengwu looked at Li Wen, "This hurdle is a matter of slow grinding. Unlike Comprehension Ability, which is mysterious and elusive, as long as you have determination and perseverance, by repeatedly honing your perception and control, you will eventually reach it."

A hint of approval appeared in his eyes: "And the formidable Physical Body control you preliminarily displayed even before the Unity Realm undoubtedly gives you a starting point far beyond ordinary people."

Li Wen understood immediately.

"However..." Fang Chengwu shifted his tone, becoming solemn, "Once Physical Body control reaches one hundred percent, that is merely obtaining the entry ticket. The second step, truly comprehending 'Shi,' is the biggest hurdle. This process heavily relies on individual Comprehension Ability."

His expression carried a touch of helplessness and emotion: "Some people, after reaching one hundred percent control, might sit quietly for a moment, gaze at the firmament, observe flowing water, listen to crashing thunder, or face a life-or-death crisis, and then achieve sudden Epiphany, drawing the power of heaven and earth upon themselves, forming Shi. Such people are truly the favored sons of heaven."

"And some people, no matter how hard they try, how much they observe, or how much they push themselves, the Momentum Realm remains like a flower in a mirror or the moon in the water—visible but unattainable. They remain trapped here for their entire lives, alas..."

Fang Chengwu's gaze became incredibly deep, containing a yearning for Genius:

"Therefore, whether one can comprehend Shi, besides fulfilling the prerequisite of striving for one hundred percent control, the rest depends largely on fate, on Opportunity, and on—Comprehension Ability! This is also the key difference between a Genius and the common populace."

He looked at Li Wen and emphasized with utmost seriousness: "But one thing is universally acknowledged: the earlier one comprehends Shi, the higher a Martial Artist's Comprehension Ability is, and the more limitless their future potential."

When mentioning the word 'early,' an incomparably bright light flashed in Fang Chengwu's eyes:

"Do you still remember Ling Feng?"

"He is that top-tier Genius. Not long after his Physical Body control reached one hundred percent, during a routine combat drill, he suddenly induced the Shi of heaven and earth's wind and thunder, instantly comprehending the Momentum Realm. That is a true peerless Prodigy."

"Only such a Genius is worthy of the entry ticket to Kindling University." Fang Chengwu looked at Li Wen, his words like heavy hammers, serving both as a spur and holding immense expectation:

"The Unity Realm is already a legend for Qingshi No. 3 Middle School."

"But the real goal, the real stage..."

"Is outside of Qingshi!"

"Beyond the Momentum Realm!"

"Upon the Kindling Hall!" Fang Chengwu's voice lowered, yet carried immense weight: "Li Wen, do not stop moving! From now on, hone your control, accumulate power, and await the moment you sense 'Shi.' That will be the truly decisive beginning."

Moonlight filtered through the massive observation window, casting a cold, stern silver sheen upon Li Wen, who was listening intently in the independent martial arts room.